Ballina weather in October (Mayo, Ireland)

Curious about the October weather in Ballina? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Ballina generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 14°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 8°C.

Ballina in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 126 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 23 days of rain.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 74 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm May, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ballina climate page with graphs.

 

Ballina, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 77%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 126 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  
HumidityHumidity 86% *  
SunshineSunshine 74 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 24% *  
* Data from: Claremorris, Ireland (45 KM, 28 Miles).

Where to go in Ireland in October

Find out more about the weather in Ireland in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Ballina in October?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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